Senior Pastor

Title:

Senior Pastor

Organization:

Colosse Baptist Church

Pastor Job Description (Base Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 – includes housing allowance) We are prayerfully seeking a full-time pastor with a Biblically based sermon style that will inspire and motivate our congregation through discipleship, stewardship, worship and fellowship. Other duties include: teaching, counseling, community outreach, and visitation in a very active mission-oriented church in a rural setting. Additional responsibilities of the Pastor shall include: • Serving and supporting as an ex officio member of all committees and church ministries. • Directing the work of the church secretary. • Working with the church leadership to coordinate calendar of events. • Acting as moderator of church business meetings. • Coordinating the use of the church for special events with the deacon ministry. • Adhering to the church’s bylaws and constitution. • Participating in visitation outreach and the church’s vision for growth. • Designated office hours. Additional expectations: • In agreement with SBC Baptist Faith & Message of 1963. • Provides leadership and spiritual guidance by setting an example and living the life preached. • Promotes spiritual growth through preaching and teaching. • Provides pastoral care. • Develops and encourages harmony within the church. • Leads the congregation in effective ministries. • Exhibits a passion for leading others to Jesus Christ in fulfillment of the Great Commission. • Encourages and supports the existing new building program to expand the church facilities within a historical church. • Interacts well with all age-groups (i.e., children, youth, young adults, adults, and senior adults). Qualifications: • Required: Ordained Baptist Minister • Required: Master of Divinity Degree • Preferred: Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Minister Send resume, references and any electronic media to Colosse Baptist Church, Pastor Search Committee, 23945 King William Road, West Point, VA 23181 or email to cbcpastorsearch959@gmail.com